DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 13th November 2024

Q1.) Consider the following statements about the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP):

RCEP is a free trade agreement involving countries from the Asia-Pacific region, including all ASEAN member states.
India is one of the original signatories of RCEP and actively participates in the trade bloc.
RCEP aims to reduce trade barriers among its member countries to enhance regional economic integration.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3

Q2.) Which of the following accurately describes a provision of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010?

a) Political parties can receive foreign contributions if disclosed.

b) NGOs receiving foreign contributions must register and renew their licenses every ten years.

c) Administrative expenses are restricted to a maximum of 20% of total foreign funds.

d) The FCRA account for NGOs must be opened in any government bank of their choice.

Q3.) Maharaja Ranjit Singh, known as the ‘Lion of Punjab,’ is best known for which of the following accomplishments during his reign?

a) Establishing a mughal-style army under British generals.

b) Expanding his empire to include Ladakh, Khyber Pass, and Peshawar.

c) Creating a coalition of Misls in alliance with the East India Company.

d) Adopting Hindu and Islamic laws exclusively within his empire.